Today we are joined by Phil Maunder, co-owner of the Benjamin Pimlico Pub Comapny, to discuss the evolution of pubs through the years, what's changed, pubs then and now, the smoking ban, and also discuss how and why VAT is killing the hospitality industry.

We will also be discussing Oliver Reed as our Drinker of the week, drinking a classic trappist beer from Tynt Meadow, and comparing it to a newly re-branded IPA from Ossett brewery, as well as much more.

If, like many in the hopsitality industry, you have ADHD or are neurodivergent, you might prefer listening to podcasts at a faster speed setting.